Cucumber and Mint Yogurt Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Cucumber and Mint Yogurt Salad is the perfect light side dish for warm-weather meals. Crisp slices of cucumber are tossed in a creamy blend of tangy Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant mint, creating a cooling and zesty combination that’s both healthy and satisfying. A hint of garlic and a drizzle of olive oil add depth, while crumbled feta cheese brings a salty, savory touch to each bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a cooling accompaniment to spicy dishes. Served chilled, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Keywords: cucumber mint salad, yogurt cucumber salad, refreshing summer salad, easy cold side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1.5 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
- 0.5 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 cup Feta Cheese
Instructions
Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. If the cucumber has a thick skin, you may peel it before slicing.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Peel and mince the garlic clove, then add it to the yogurt mixture.
Stir in the chopped mint leaves, mixing thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients.
Add the cucumber slices to the bowl and toss them gently with the yogurt mixture until they are well-coated.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and fold it gently into the mixture.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the salad cold, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 2182 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.4 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1241 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1990 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
